Metro Manila water allocation may be reduced in October amid El Niño --NWRB
The water supply allocation for Metro Manila could be reduced in October as the country braces for the possible effects of El Niño, according to the National Water Resources Board (NWRB).
Court halts execution of Christa Gail Pike for a Tennessee murder she committed at age 18
NASHVILLE, Tennesee — Tennessee's execution of Christa Gail Pike for a murder she committed at age 18 was halted Wednesday about an hour before it was set to begin, as a federal appeals court sought to review whether…
House to livestream BARSc proceedings starting Oct. 1
MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives will begin livestreaming the Budget Amendments Review Subcommittee (BARSc) proceedings starting Thursday afternoon, Oct. 1. This was confirmed by House Secretary…
President Marcos has extended the appointments of acting Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon and acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez after their legal mandates expired, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto…
Alex Eala calls out fan for throwing cap after Asian Games match
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala called out a fan who threw a white cap as she was exiting the court following her match at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan. In a video circulating on social media, Eala was seen…
Pimentel: SC’s dismissal of voting threshold case understandable
MANILA, Philippines — Former Senate President Aquilino Pimentel III expressed that the Supreme Court’s (SC) decision to dismiss the three petitions challenging the Impeachment court’s ruling on the voting threshold to…
The Philippines slipped two places in the 2026 Global Innovation Index, as limited resources for innovation outweigh the country’s growing capacity to produce high-tech outputs.
PCO: IBC-13 risks going off the air without gov't subsidy
PCO Secretary Dave Gomez asked senators to help restore subsidy for the agency"s attached GOCC IBC-13, saying it risked going off the air without government funding.
Plane crash attempt? What we know about rerouted flydubai plane
Jerusalem—A flydubai plane heading to Tel Aviv from Dubai was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, after one of the pilots allegedly tried to crash the plane and kill everyone onboard…
Mangingisda sa Masbate, nagulantang sa aksidente niyang nahuli na isang pambihirang sea creature
Nagulat ang isang mangingisda sa Masbate nang aksidente niyang mahuli ang isang dambuhala at pambihirang nilalang sa karagatan na may napakalaking bunganga. Alamin kung ano ito.
Alex Eala battles Wang Xiyu for spot in Asian Games tennis final
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala faces Wang Xiyu of China in the Asian Games women’s singles semifinal on Thursday at Higashiyama Park…
Puno: Key lawmakers already met prior to formal budget meeting
MANILA, Philippines — A sub-committee of ranking lawmakers tasked with reviewing proposed tweaks to the 2027 spending bill has held preparatory meetings to set the agenda and finalize the subject that will be discussed…
Farmers squeezed by high fuel prices, El Niño threat
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the National Food Authority (NFA) said they are preparing for the possible impacts of El Niño, as farmers continue to lament the high cost of production due to high oil prices and…
Rotting pig carcasses dumped by river causes panic among hog raisers in Pozorrubio, Pangasinan
Several rotting carcasses of several pigs dumped by a river in Pozorrubio, Pangasinan has caused alarm to the town"s hog raisers who slaughtered and sold their animals at a loss.
Supremes Group celebrates August, September birthday celebrants
The Supremes Group came together once again to celebrate its August and September birthday celebrants with a sit-down lunch at Jasmine Restaurant of New World Hotel. The group extended its birthday greetings to Naty…
Food delivery biker noon, malapit nang matupad ang pangarap na maging isang piloto
Kahanga-hanga ang pagpupursigi ng isang binata na mula sa pagiging food delivery biker, nakapasok siya sa airline industry, hanggang sa makapag-aral na rin upang abutin ang kaniyang pangarap na maging isang piloto.
Burnham says UK should weigh post-Brexit EU options, including rejoining
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Britain should consider options for its future relationship with the EU, including rejoining it, saying that Brexit had "done more harm than good."
Asian Games 2026: Team Philippines’ schedule for October 1
READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–The remaining members of Team Philippines in Aichi-Nagoya look to advance their campaigns Thursday, October 1, as…
Hulk star Lou Ferrigno fulfils childhood dream meeting with Pope Leo XIV
VATICAN CITY — The Incredible Hulk fulfilled a childhood dream by meeting with Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday. Lou Ferrigno, who starred as the Marvel character during its 1977–1982 U.S. television run, met with the American…
From tunnel to home: Osmeña Highway families get fresh start in Bulacan
The Osmeña Highway was home to a community of families who built makeshift houses from light materials. The settlement had its own water and electricity connections. But living conditions were extremely dangerous. The…
Gracioso identifies alleged sources of bags of cash he was ordered to deliver
Dismissed policeman Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. also mentioned in his affidavit from whom then Speaker Lord Allan Velasco got the cash he delivered to some personalities including Vice President Sara Duterte.
Malacañang unaware of Liza Marcos-Manibela agreement after strike appeal
MANILA, Philippines — The Malacañang is not aware of any deal struck between first lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and transport group Manibela’s head, even as the group decided to shorten its planned transport strike after…
Manila Water urges preventive desludging to protect local waterways
MANILA, Philippines — Manila Water is encouraging customers to participate in its October desludging schedule as part of its continuing efforts to protect local waterways, support community health, and promote…
PCSO Lotto Results: P236M Grand Lotto prize up for grabs as no winners of major jackpot draws on September 30
There were no winners of either of the major lotto draws on September 30, 2026, as the Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot reached over P236 million, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said Wednesday.
MANILA, Philippines—No ticket won the jackpots in the Grand Lotto 6/55 and MegaLotto 6/45 draws Wednesday, Sept. 30, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The Grand Lotto 6/55 winning combination was…
Super El Niño: Two phases of one climate crisis — floods and drought
The Pacific Ocean helps determine whether conditions turn wet or dry, while the Indian Ocean influences the intensity and timing of these extremes. The Philippine rainfall crisis under the 2026-2027 super El Niño and…
DepEd launches nationwide PISA school visits to sustain gains
MANILA, Philippines —The Department of Education (DepEd) has launched nationwide field visits to participating public and private schools to strengthen local support networks and sustain long-term academic gains…
Haze pushes Kuala Lumpur, Singapore into world's most polluted cities
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia's capital topped a global pollution ranking on Wednesday and nearby Singapore came in third, with smoke from wildfires in neighbouring Indonesia blamed for the unhealthy conditions. A milky haze…
Over 1,000 individuals in Sarangani receive free medical services from GMA Kapuso Foundation
Over 1,000 residents in Glan, Sarangani received free medical services from the GMA Kapuso Foundation almost four months since the 7.8 magnitude earthquake followed by the Southwest Monsoon or Habagat affected their…
EJ Obiena ‘reborn’ after record-breaking Asian Games triumph
After two years of career struggles, EJ Obiena now sees pole vault in a different light, with his resurgence reaching a golden high as he claims his second Asian Games title
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is ready to comply with whatever decision the Supreme Court may issue on the law setting the terms of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials, Comelec…